Variegated Fritillary With White Cone Flowers - The Variegated Fritillary (Euptoieta claudia is a North and South American butterfly in the family Nymphalidae migratory northward throughout most of the United States and into Canada. Habitats are open areas such as grassland, fields, scrub and open woodland.

The Variegated Fritillary is a shapely butterfly that has somewhat scalloped edges and wavy black lines on the upper side of its orange wings. The undersides of its wings are tan and brown, making it resemble a dead leaf. There are no shiny spots like other fritillary butterflies.

My Favorite Photos

Retirement has allowed Donna and I to share our recent and past experiences through photography. From the days of Kodak film to today’s digital photography, we’ve been creating our memories through the lens of a camera. Since the darkroom days of junior high school, Bob’s always wanted to share his photos. Now that we’re “off-the-clock”, this has become a reality. Beauty is in everything around us, whether it's travel, backyard nature, or your favorite plants and creatures. The squirrels, cardinals, flowers, and butterflies share their many personalities in photography. We love travel and always have a camera in hand.

After a year of planning and organization, Bob’s photos were introduced to the public in July 2014 at the Braselton Gallery. In September 2014, our photos were added to the Sample Pleasures antique shop in Flowery Branch, GA. If you’re traveling I-85, Braselton Gallery is just off the highway in Braselton, GA. Sample Pleasures is located off I-985 in Flowery Branch, GA. Bob’s first judging took place in January 2015. Three photos received awards.

The focus of our work is professional photography that includes: composition, color, clarity, and uniqueness. Our images are intended to bring back memories. Most importantly, we want you to feel like you are experiencing the moment. Targeted interests include landscapes, aging farm buildings, nature, and other outdoor subjects. I produce photos that have not been significantly altered digitally, which maintains its natural integrity. The few photos that I have appreciably altered will be obvious. Typically, this altered photography will include black and white with a splash of color; or, an illustrative conversion of the photograph to convey a watercolor.

Outdoor photography is our passion. When I'm behind the lens, it reminds me to enjoy the fleeting moments that make up life. Photos are great reminders of these experiences. Our goal is to create photos that remind you of your many memories.

Current works include framed, matted and unmatted photography, photo tiles; and, most recently “photos on wood” and mini-framed pictures (5" x 7"). Photo Tiles are available in 4”x 4” or 6”x 6” ceramic tiles with cork backing. Photos on wood and photo tiles are available for special order and can be personalized with your favorite photo, including friends and family photos. Each photograph has been carefully selected, capturing wonderful beauty of nature through the various seasons.

Photographs are always printed on professional grade photo paper. Prints are packaged in a plastic sleeve with a cut-to-size stiff backing. Larger prints maybe rolled and sent in poster tubes. All work is processed to ensure the most accurate colors. Each photo is signed on the back with a description of the photo.